Mini-Golf de Montreux: 18 holes by the lake, between palm trees and palaces

A minigolf course among palm trees and palaces, by Lake Geneva

There are few places where you can play minigolf with such a view. In the heart of Montreux, this 18-hole course stretches outdoors, between the Villa Florentine and the Montreux Palace, in this almost exotic atmosphere that makes the charm of the Riviera. The palm trees reflect in Lake Geneva, the palaces watch over in the background, and your children are making their way through the holes just steps from the water. Completely renovated in 2022, the site now offers high-quality synthetic grass and clean courses. It's an easy, friendly outing that we love to slip between a walk along the lakeside promenade and an ice cream in the sun.

What your children will discover

Your children will discover the simple pleasure of aiming, measuring, and counting strokes, on a course designed for the whole family. The 18 synthetic grass holes offer enough variety to hold the attention of both the youngest and the oldest, without ever discouraging. It's an opportunity to learn patience, to encourage others, and to celebrate a hole-in-one. All in a bright setting, by the lake, which pleasantly differs from a classic playground.

What to do there and the atmosphere on site

People come here for a relaxed game, club in hand, at their own pace. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly: we play, we laugh at the mischievous balls, we redo the course if we feel like it. Between holes, the gaze drifts towards Lake Geneva and the boats. A refreshment stand is available on site for a drink break or a little treat in the middle of the game. The open air and the immediate proximity to the quays make it a perfect stop during a day of exploring Montreux.

Before you go

• Recommended age: from 4 years old, up to teens and adults (we play as a family).
• Duration: expect about 45 to 90 minutes for the 18 holes, depending on the number of players.
• Price: 8.- CHF per adult, 5.- CHF per child (under 16 years old). Student or family rates: to be confirmed, check the official website.
• Reservation: to be confirmed, check the official website.
• Stroller accessibility: to be confirmed.
• Transport: in the center of Montreux, about a 10-minute walk from the Montreux CFF train station.
• What to bring: sun protection (cap, sunscreen) and a water bottle in nice weather.
• Ideal season: open from mid-March to the end of October, weather permitting. Beautiful spring and summer days are perfect.

Parents' tips

• Incorporate the minigolf game into a larger walk along the lakeside promenade: the combo of walking by the lake and playing works very well.
• In summer, prefer late afternoon or evening: the course remains open until 10:00 PM in peak season, when the heat subsides.
• Bring sun protection, as the course is outdoors and well exposed.
• Enjoy the refreshment stand on site for a break in the middle of the game, especially with young children.
• Check the weather before you go: opening hours depend on good weather.

Useful information

• Address: Avenue Claude Nobs 1, 1820 Montreux
• Official website: minigolf-de-montreux.ch
• Phone: 079 611 73 21
• Hours: at the beginning and end of the season, 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM; in peak season (summer), 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM, 7 days a week, including holidays. Season from mid-March to the end of October, weather permitting.
• Access: about a 10-minute walk from the Montreux CFF train station, in the city center. Parking: to be confirmed.

Want more courses? Also check out the Minigolf de Bellerive in Lausanne and the Minigolf du Lignon in Vernier, not to mention the Minigolf d'Ouchettaz in Villeneuve, or all our activities in Montreux. And to compare all the courses in the region, check out our guide Minigolf in Romandy.

Why we recommend it

We recommend this minigolf for its hard-to-match setting: 18 outdoor holes, by Lake Geneva, between palm trees and palaces, in a site renovated in 2022. It's an accessible, low-cost outing that's easy to improvise, appealing to both young and old, and pairs perfectly with a walk along the quays of Montreux.

In a nutshell

An 18-hole outdoor minigolf course in the heart of Montreux, by the lake and at the foot of the palaces: a simple and refreshing family outing, from mid-March to the end of October.